My Employment
Staff Software Engineer – GE Digital [2017 - 2018]
Defined the bot strategy in effort to pull out 6M over 6 months in spend/waste; Led the public External Public Cloud Team CI/CD pipeline project; Led the automation of the sole product offering from the External Public Cloud team in a SaaS/Self Service model; Defined and Implemented automated Q/A and functional testing of identity policies in AWS for all Public Cloud VPCs; Helped to retrofit the existing "Management Hosts" that offer the security and control plane for External Public Cloud Team
Cloud Engineer – GE Digital [2017]
While in this position I focused on building tools that enhanced the accessibility of 1000's of AWS accounts and roles.
CEO & Lead Developer – Infinite Development Solutions [2010 - 2017]
Founder and Lead Engineer of Infinite Development Solutions LLC. I started this company in 2010 because I saw a need in the startup market. We had a itch to scratch, so we scratched it. Clients didn't understand the necessity of the internet, and having a consistent and current presence on it. So I educated clients while carving a lane in Detroit's small tech world. Since then Detroit's tech scene has grown and so has Infinite Development, we work with more than 30 contractors and maintain over 70 websites.
DevOps Engineer – General Motors [2016 - 2017]
Designed and managed an air-gapped LAN that replicated GM LAN/WAN and Verizon LTE infotainment WAN. Implemented Highly Available services within the LAN, developed solutions for side-loading applications on to IHU(head units). Developed test apps in Native Javascript to test IHU against GM Framework for app development on IHU. Vendors included iHeartRadio, Pandora Radio, The Weather Channel. Automated memory testing for IHU and helped implement the reporting components for live reports on software delivery and compatibility...
Linux System Administrator – Lochbridge [2016]
While on site at GM World Headquarters working on the On Star project, I am responsible for the planning, design, documentation, optimization, monitoring/alerting and auditing of our Linux data center and systems. This includes configuration of file systems, log files, processes, software, administration tools, utilities, and security.
CTO/Co-Founder – Networkingout [2014 - 2015]
To assure the successful execution of the Networkingout business mission through development and deployment of the company’s web/app presence. This requires envisioning Networkingout service offerings as a web-based business, leading implementation of web applications, and planning for risk and growth.
Strategy & Planning: In partnership with the company’s founders, identify opportunities and risks for delivering the company’s services as a web-based business, including identification of competitive services, opportunities for innovation, and assessment of marketplace obstacles and technical hurdles to the business success.
Implementation & Deployment: Collaborate with the founders and potential customers to develop use cases (or user stories) and specifications that describe the implementation of the company’s services as a web application.
Operational Management: Share knowledge, mentor, and educate the organization’s investors, management, staff, partners, customers, and stakeholders with regard to the company’s technological vision, opportunities, and challenges.
Web Developer – Livin11 [2012 - 2013]
While here I worked on some of the biggest OEM Manufactures and Fortune 500 companies, I led the operations of all projects while helping with the front-end development.
I worked primarily on the LAMP Stack, using the Amazon AWS platform for hosting and domain management. While here I did data entry, pixel perfect front-end development, strategy and brain storming new ideas, A/B testing and bug squashing, also educating clients on maintaing their websites.
Web Developer – Linkies [2012 - 2013]
At linkies we change the way you consume the internet, while organizing and displaying it in various walls that are appealing to the eye and extremely functional in every browser. While there I did tons of Javascript to decode JSON, and front-end development.
Lead Web Developer & Brand Manager – 3525 Entertainment [2009 - 2012]
Web development and design along with marketing strategy. When I met this client he had no real web presence, I took that and turn it upside down, I ranked him #1 in google, built 3 websites and led marketing and brand relations.
Lead Web Developer – Gametimenow [2010 - 2012]
As lead developer my job was to concept the app as well as bring it to life while attaining high availabilty. The core idea was for users to place a wager on a game of skill via playstation online play. Due to PSN being attacked by anonomous it never had great success.
CEO & Brand Manager – Body Soul & Mind [2004- 2008]
This was my first experience developing a brand from scratch, with no help and no funding I bootstrapped this company from the ground. While here I learned how to brand a company, design logos, build a web presence, and actively find suppliers for boards, stickers, helmet production and much more... being such a young person with 0 dollars TONS of doors got shut in my face, that plus school led to the company closing and me moving on to bigger ventures.
My Education
Penetration Testing – Offensive Security
Enrolled in the PWK course prepping for the OSCP cert exam.
Mastering Go Programming – UDemy
Applied modern software design patterns utilizing the Go language. Took a deep dive into Go’s master topics like advanced concurrency patterns, and the flexible reflection capabilities. Wrote unit tests and benchmarks for my Go code. Created a set of advanced backend microservices for the Hydra spaceship software and design an end to end chat system. Handled JSON, XML, and CSV data formats in my code. Interacted with Mongodb, MySQL and BoltDB. Built communications layer for my microservices using protocol buffers, TCP, and UDP. Developed web applications and Restful APIs utilizing http requests, forms, and cookies. Designed dynamic UI for the hydra software utilizing Go templates and websockets. Secured my application with certificates, https, and secure web sockets.
Mobile Development – Grand Circus
Upon completion I had the understanding of the different ways to develop mobile apps, including mobile web apps, cross platform compilers, and native development. I understand how to leverage my existing programming skills to do mobile development, understand the components of the Android Mobile Development ecosystem: Java, the Android SDK, Android Studio, and the Android developer tools. I gained understanding of the components of the iOS Mobile Development ecosystem: Objective-C, The iOS SDK, XCode, and the iOS Developer Tools. As well as a compare and contrast of simple programs with identical features between Android and iOS.
Software Engineering – Oakland Community College
- Java
- C++
- Comp 1
- Comp 2
- Advanced CAD
While attending oakland community college I took C++, JAVA, and Web Design classes. Once I found work full time I never returned, I've since taught myself many different technologies and will return for a Business Administration Degree.
Diploma – Southfield High School
- Engineering Tech
- Robotics
- Drafting 1
- Drafting 2
- Academy CAD
At Southfield High School you have the option to join an academy, Business Professionals of America or the Engineering Academy, I deiced to join the Engineering Academy. While there I learned the basics of wiring, coding, structural design, brainstorming, and solving real life engineering problems.
Activities and Societies: F.I.R.S.T. Robotics, Innovative Vehicle Design, Tech Crew, Engineering Tech, Advanced Computer Aided Drafting.
